Niagara Health launches Indigenous Health Services Plan to improve hospital services, experiences for Indigenous patients, families

The plan includes initiatives to improve access to healthcare services, enhance cultural safety and promote traditional healing practices within the hospital. It also outlines strategies for recruiting and retaining Indigenous healthcare professionals, strengthening relationships with Indigenous community providers and training staff on cultural safety. Niagara Health’s Indigenous Health Services and Reconciliation team developed the plan and will be responsible for implementing practices and services. The hospital intends to report the plan’s progress publicly as part of an ongoing commitment.